Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 70,190 miles on the clock, averaging 3,158 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LX03 OLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 70,190 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,158 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LX03 OLV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LX — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About LX03 OLV
What car is LX03 OLV?
LX03 OLV is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.
What is the mileage of LX03 OLV?
The last recorded mileage for LX03 OLV was 70,190 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LX03 OLV passed its MOT?
LX03 OLV has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2025.
Is LX03 OLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX03 OLV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LX03 OLV?
LX03 OLV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.